Swallow grenadier
📖 Overview
Swallow grenadier (Sphagemacrurus hirundo) is a ray-finned fish of the family Macrouridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 21 cm. It occurs at depths between 1266 and 2330 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Swallow grenadier is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Swallow grenadier is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 1266 - 2330 m . Deep-water; 33°N - 14°N Central Atlantic: Azores, Madeira and Cape Verde.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Swallow grenadier |
| 🌍CES | makrurus azorský |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | suklaalestikala |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Peixe rato |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macruroplus hirundo | Collett | 1896 | Synonym |
| Macrurus hirundo | Collett | 1896 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 9 records indexed .
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